CHIC SAFARI CLOTHING: GUIDE INTO THE WILD STYLE!

Safari style brings to mind images of practical khaki pants, muted tones and exotic animal prints. Safari fashion style clothing is far from new but this spring, it’s back in a fresh and modern way.This season designers have gotten more creative with this look.

Here are 5 ways to take on this trend that won’t make you look like Jungle Jane.

Following we present the ultimate guide to this season’s sun drenched safari style – get the inside track on everything from where to go for an idyllic getaway to the ultimate utility-chic women travel clothes buys.

3. The New Name to Know: Muveil

Be an early adopter of: The arbiter of this trend is also one to namedrop to your fashion-forward friends – designer Michiko Nakayama is the woman behind this flourishing Japanese brand. Kitsch prints and sporty silhouettes make up her notable style signatures. She says ‘Animals in my favourite taxidermy store, Deyrolle in Paris, inspired the collection. I reimagined them in a safari world.’

4. Your Packing List

Invest in: Accessorize an easy-breezy evening look with an adventure-inspired tote by Charlotte Olympia, and amp up a relaxed breakfast with a transparent Roberto Cavalli leopard print tunic. A protective straw hat and SPF moisturiser are safari jeep must-haves. And don’t forget that copy of Karen Blixen’s literary classic Out of Africa for cultural kudos.

5. The Style Icon: Lauren Hutton

Channel: The enviable actress and covergirl Lauren Hutton on safari in Kenya, effortlessly dressed in a linen safari jacket and espadrilles. Lightweight linen separates by Dusan and Adam Lippes, as well as safari-to-swimming pool striped sandals will help you on your way to supermodel style.